Senior DB2 z/OS Database Administrator (Remote)

NTT DATA, Inc.; Georgia; Remote; USD 80,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Database Administrator to ensure availability, integrity, and performance of critical data assets. You will partner with cross-functional teams to support data-driven applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement robust backup and recovery strategies.

The role emphasizes DB2 for z/OS expertise, JDBC/SQL tuning, security controls, and leadership in database operations, with a focus on reliable, scalable data services.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of database administration experience, including 5+ years with DB2 for z/OS.
• Strong knowledge of IBM z/OS, DB2 utilities, SQL tuning, JCL, TSO/ISPF, and RACF.
• Familiarity with OMEGAMON and IBM Db2 Administration Tools.
• Experience with IBM DB2 Connect a definite plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills in database administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support IBM DB2 databases on z/OS platforms.
• Monitor, analyze, and tune database and SQL performance.
• Manage database utilities including REORG, LOAD, COPY, and RECOVER.
• Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Support application deployments and database changes.
• Ensure database security, compliance, and operational integrity.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide technical leadership.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and development teams.

Skills

DB2 for z/OS

SQL tuning

JCL/TSO/ISPF

RACF

DB2 utilities

OMEGAMON

SQL

COBOL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

MCSE DBA or Oracle associate or equivalent

IBM DB2 Certification

Tools

DB2 Connect

IBM Db2 Administration Tools

Job description

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Database Administrator to ensure availability, integrity, and performance of critical data assets. You will partner with cross-functional teams to support data-driven applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement robust backup and recovery strategies.

The role emphasizes DB2 for z/OS expertise, JDBC/SQL tuning, security controls, and leadership in database operations, with a focus on reliable, scalable data services.